Andrew D'Aiello is a senior undergraduate at the University of Rhode Island (URI), pursuing a triple-major in Communication Studies, Public Relations, and Writing and Rhetoric. As a candidate for URI's Accelerated Bachelor's to Master's program in Communication Studies, he focuses his academic interests on media and cultural communication, actively engaging in independent research that explores the intersection of the fields. On campus, Andrew is heavily involved in the URI community through his service as a Student Senate Representative and in his role as a Student Ambassador for the Harrington School of Communication and Media. Driven by curiosity and a commitment to impact, he aims to bridge academic inquiry with practical application, fostering spaces where effective communication sparks meaningful change.